Events Calendar
There’s almost always something going on in Seaside. From art walks and wine walks to the world's largest beach volleyball tournaments and relay races… plan your trip around your favorite events or use this calendar to join in the fun during your stay.
March 2016
Let’s Go Birding Bird Survey
Join Fort Stevens State Park on a monthly bird survey and see some of the amazing variety of birds in the local area. The surveys will monitor the bird species that are utilizing the park. No birding experience is required, and experts are welcome to come share their knowledge. Binoculars are recommended, and they have a few binoculars that first-timers may borrow. The survey will take around 2 hours and will cover several diverse habitats within the park. The…
Find out more »April 2016
Razor Clamming Lessons
Let's Go Razor Clamming. Come learn to dig razor clams at Fort Stevens State Park on Saturday, April 7, 2016 at 7:00am. Meet on the beach at the Peter Iredale Shipwreck for the program that will cover clamming equipment, what to look for (clam I.D.), minimum impact techniques including how to clean and prepare your clams, ethics and regulations. Wear clothes and shoes that you don’t mind getting wet and dirty. Rubber boots are suggested. And since it is spring…
Find out more »May 2016
Celebrating Veterans, Celebrating Freedom at Fort Stevens
Memorial Day is celebrated at Fort Stevens in honor of those who've given their lives for our freedoms. A family friendly event that offers a self-guided trail leading you through the history of Fort Stevens. Visit as many stations as you can and receive a prize. Enter a raffle for the opportunity to fire a Civil War period cannon. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.
Find out more »June 2016
Let’s Go Birding Survey
Come join Fort Stevens State Park on their monthly bird surveys and see some of the amazing variety of birds in the area. The surveys will monitor the bird species that are utilizing the park from season to season, and will be conducted weekly for an entire year. No birding experience is required, and experts are welcome to come share their knowledge. Binoculars are recommended, and there will be a few binoculars that first-timers may borrow. The survey will take…
Find out more »September 2016
Let’s Go Birding: “Old Fort Stevens Bird Walk”
Fort Stevens State Park Historic Area Old Fort Stevens is rich with history, but also wildlife. Discover the birds who reside along the Columbia River and adjacent forests. Attendees will meet at the Historical Museum.
Find out more »Let’s Go Birding: “Monthly Bird Survey”
Join a Park Ranger on monthly bird surveys. The surveys will monitor the bird species that are utilizing the park from season to season. No birding experience is required, and experts are welcome to come share their knowledge. Binoculars are recommended, and they have a few binoculars that first-timers may borrow. Birding sites are accessed by a hiking and driving in the park. Surveyors meet at Battery Russell.
Find out more »Wild Mushroom Hike
Enjoy this ranger guided, wild mushroom foraging session at Fort Stevens State Park. Dress for the weather and be prepared to go off the trail with sturdy footwear. Hikers will meet at Battery Russell.
Find out more »October 2016
Mysterious Mushrooms of Fort Stevens
Hikers will meet for a lesson in mushroom foraging and a hike to search for fungi. Sturdy shoes and weather appropriate clothing is recommended. Hikers will meet at Picnic Shelter A at Coffenbury Lake.
Find out more »November 2016
Mysterious Mushrooms of Fort Stevens
Hikers will meet for a lesson in mushroom foraging and a hike to search for fungi. Sturdy shoes and weather appropriate clothing is recommended. Hikers will meet at Picnic Shelter A at Coffenbury Lake. Also see the Wild Mushroom Hikes Here Other date for this event: Saturday, November 26 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Find out more »Let’s Go Birding
Join the park ranger at Fort Stevens State Park to observe birds in their natural habitat. Binoculars are provided. Dress for the weather and meet at Battery Russell. Fort Stevens State Park has a $5 day use fee. Oregon State Parks pass holders are exempt from the fee.
Find out more »Wild Mushroom Hike
Enjoy this ranger guided wild mushroom foraging session at Fort Stevens State Park. Dress for the weather and be prepared to go off the trail with sturdy footwear. Hikers will meet at Battery Russell.
Find out more »September 2017
Civil War Reenactment at Fort Stevens
This marks the 27th year for this grand event, one of the largest of its kind in the northwest region. Infantry, Cavalry, Artillery, Medical Corps, Camp Followers, and Townspeople (sutlers) make up the variety of Civil War period reenactors you'll encounter. Several live battles are carried out for you to view over the long weekend. Meet President Abraham Lincoln, see a fashion show, listen in on fife and drum practice, stroll through the "village" of tents to admire craftsmen, cooks,…
Find out more »Race to the Bar
It's time for the 5th Annual Race to the Bar at Fort Stevens State Park (Peter Iredale Shipwreck). The event is a 5K run/walk and 10K run beginning at the Peter Iredale Shipwreck, moving toward the South Jetty and returning to the shipwreck for the finish line. The race concludes with a bonfire, sunset, music and awards. Your entry includes parking, race t-shirt, Subway sandwich, race bag and two servings of Fort George beer (21 and older). For Online Registration…
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